Hapoel Tel Aviv Coach Urges Team to Stay Grounded Ahead of Upcoming Match

Hapoel Tel Aviv is preparing for their next challenge, facing Hapoel Ramat Gan on Monday in the third round of the Premier League, just before their derby match. Following a decisive 3-0 victory over Beitar Jerusalem, coach Elyaniv Barda expressed optimism about the team's strong start to the season.

Barda acknowledged that while Hapoel Ramat Gan has lost their opening two games, they have played well and deserved better results. He stressed the importance of approaching the upcoming match with the same level of focus and intensity as their previous game against Beitar Jerusalem, anticipating a difficult contest.

"The players have great commitment to the fans, the pitch, and the home game," Barda stated. "We don't need to bring them down to earth. What our fans did, even in Europe, is unusual, and also in the first home game against Beitar Jerusalem. It was a scenic experience, just to be on the field. We felt the energy and the push from the players, we will need the fans tomorrow too."

Defender Doron Leidner echoed the positive sentiment, expressing satisfaction with the team's first game and looking forward to the match against Hapoel Ramat Gan. He emphasized that the upcoming game represents another opportunity for three points and that the team will do everything to secure a win, hoping to maintain their current momentum.